Property Tax by County in Connecticut (2026)
Compare effective property tax rates, median home values, and annual tax bills for every county in Connecticut.
Last reviewed:
State Avg Rate
1.85%
effective rate
Counties
9
in dataset
Highest Rate
2.15%
Greater Bridgeport Planning Region
Lowest Rate
1.47%
Western Connecticut Planning Region
All Counties in Connecticut
| County | Effective Rate | Median Home | Avg Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capitol Planning Region County | 2.14% | $298K | $6,390 |
| Greater Bridgeport Planning Region County | 2.15% | $397K | $8,550 |
| Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region County | 1.76% | $359K | $6,326 |
| Naugatuck Valley Planning Region County | 2.04% | $291K | $5,926 |
| Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region County | 1.54% | $281K | $4,340 |
| Northwest Hills Planning Region County | 1.80% | $312K | $5,609 |
| South Central Connecticut Planning Region County | 2.03% | $328K | $6,676 |
| Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region County | 1.75% | $294K | $5,146 |
| Western Connecticut Planning Region County | 1.47% | $625K | $9,222 |
Data: Effective rates are based on 2023 ACS 5-year estimates (median annual tax ÷ median home value). Rates reflect all local levies. Individual bills depend on assessed value, exemptions, and millage rates. Rates are color-coded vs. the Connecticut average of 1.85% — red = above, green = below.